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Clinical Specialty Pharmacist
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Pharmacist jobs in Indianapolis, IN
Pharmacists in the Indianapolis area earn a median of $67.14 per hour, about $139,640 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $61.35 and $75.96. That ranks 100th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 171st of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis. The free report below lists employers near Indianapolis and what they pay.
- $67.14median pay per hour, Indianapolis
- $61–$76typical range per hour
- 2,320pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Pharmacist roles in Indianapolis
9 more open roles from employers in Indianapolis. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health · Indianapolis, IN
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Night Pharmacist
CVS Health · Indianapolis, IN
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
District Support Pharmacist
CVS Health · Indianapolis, IN
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Franciscan Health · Indianapolis, IN
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Inpatient Pharmacist
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Pharmacist - Part-time
ScionHealth · Indianapolis, IN
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Per diemPosted 21 days ago
Pharmacist, PRN, Inpatient Rehabilitation
LifePoint Health · Indianapolis, IN
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Clinical Staff Pharmacist Oncology
Franciscan Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Pharmacist pay in Indianapolis, IN
The metro median is 1% above the Indiana statewide median of $66.68 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 2,320 pharmacists employed in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $44.50 | $92,560 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $61.35 | $127,610 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $67.14 | $139,640 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $75.96 | $158,000 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $80.97 | $168,420 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Indianapolis ranks
- 100th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 171st of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 12 Indiana metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Pharmacists (SOC 29-1051), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $67.14 median hour buys what $70.16 buys at the national price level, 6% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Indianapolis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,417
- Per year: $120,852
- Per month: $10,071
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Indianapolis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
Travel pharmacist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Indianapolis
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, 1 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Health Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital East Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital North Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital South, Inc. Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Eskenazi Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indianapolis Va Medical Center Indianapolis, IN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Fairbanks Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Orthoindy Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Pharmacist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood, IN | 12 mi | $67.14/hr | 68,175 |
| Carmel, IN | 13 mi | $67.14/hr | 103,606 |
| Columbus, IN | 41 mi | $62.67/hr | 51,970 |
| Bloomington, IN | 47 mi | $64.83/hr | 79,986 |
| Kokomo, IN | 47 mi | $68.50/hr | 60,093 |
| Muncie, IN | 49 mi | $63.08/hr | 65,320 |
License and tax basics in Indiana
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Indianapolis
Indianapolis city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Indianapolis, IN?
Pharmacists in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area have a median pay of $67.14 per hour, about $139,640 a year. The middle half earn between $61.35 and $75.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Indianapolis a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood ranks 171st of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 100th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Indianapolis?
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, led by Franciscan Health Indianapolis. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Indianapolis as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Indianapolis?
The federal per diem benchmark in Indianapolis is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Pharmacist pay reportIndianapolis, IN · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Indiana University Health, Inc.Indianapolis, IN · 2 wage offers$61.54/ hr$49–$72
- Union Hospital, Inc.Terre Haute, IN · 3 wage offers$60.50/ hr$58–$68
- CVS Rx Services Inc.Nashville, IN · 2 wage offers$58.50/ hr$49–$68
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$53Median$62.76High$68
21 employer-reported wage offers for Pharmacist in federal filings in Indiana, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Pharmacist roles
Open Pharmacist roles near Indianapolis, IN, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.
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